1983 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
